View all Like lots of jobs, being a consultant can be demanding. But I don’t think many people get to make the same kind of impact on people’s lives for the future. I spend my days working to understand how our clients’ projects can make a positive difference for people, to ease daily struggles or boost potential opportunities. We get to visit the remote parts of world that tourists don’t see – exploring different cultures, understanding their needs and challenges. Even in our sector, few people get to see how the work we do at our desks touches people in their communities.
Since I arrived, the people I’ve met have been wonderful. In the office, in my team, on site visits – everyone has been great. Not just great professionals, but lovely people. I always feel we can lean on and learn from each other in our department – everyone’s ready to help each other. And I don’t think we’re the only one who would point that out: that’s the kind of company ERM is.
Consultancy is sometimes thought of as ultra-competitive, full of people with a shark mentality. But that’s not what I found when I joined the Iberia Capital Project Development team. My colleagues were quick to help me learn – even when it meant giving up their own time. For instance, on an early project, they even amended the budget to allow me more time on site and more on-the-job experience. Then the project leader spent hours and hours coaching me through how to write the required report. In many ways, that piece of work made my name as a French-speaking social consultant – it set me on the path.
Now, even though I’m a Senior Consultant with even more responsibilities, I can always make time for football. I’ve been semi-pro since I was 13, travelling around the country, training several times a week. While there are times that work comes first – especially if I’m working on site in Africa – I still train three times a week and play every weekend. Sport is never a waste of time. It’s not only a great stress-reliever but also teaches us about perseverance, performance and teamwork. All valuable when you have a demanding job like mine!
Being part of this company means having the opportunity to change the world – even if only a little.
There’s lots to do and much of it is far from our reach. But when I’m on a site visit or when I’m working with my team, I do feel that we’re making a difference, leaving a positive imprint on the planet.
